coolcamden

When you got the aftermarket wheels, what did you decide to do with the TPMS? Makes it hard to buy over long distance... the local shop wants $200+ to switch them over.

sdsilverm3

Options are (depending on the wheels):

1) machine a hole for them
2) use straps (not recommended as they do get crushed with low profile tires)
3) have someone at the dealer disable TPMS through STAR.

art@kronen

Coolcamden,

The dealership can reprogram the computer to disconnect the sensor readings. Or you can swing by our shop and we'll take care of you with a smile.

BlackC230Coupe

You sure u even have TPMS? lots of CLS55 don't.

Ridege55

I switched them over, but paid 100 bucks. The holes were drilled larger. I would rather spend the extra 100 bucks and have the peace of mind of knowing if the pressure in my tires goes too low... that I will know. Just a little more insurance for your wheel investment.

Kevin M.

Yea I don't think we have them, I believe the computer is able to tell when a tire is low from its drag, it then kicks off the message on the dash. When I went to my Brabus wheels there were no sensors, and it still works, it lets me know when a tire is low.

BlackC230Coupe

Yes, the CLS500 and most CLS55 i have ever seen do not have TPMS. It does still alert you when a tire is low, that is done threw ESP.

coolcamden

????Hmmm...
The owner's manual goes through great length about TPMS and run flat indicator. I actually had the light came on a few weeks ago due to low pressure, which I had to reset after filling the tires with air. But to actually eyeballing the sensors, I have not had to yet so I'm really not sure after what you guys are saying...

BlackC230Coupe

I have sold quite a few wheels for CLS500 and CLS55 and i actually do not remember seeing one with TPMS. It was not standard, so unless its an option, they all don't have it. Again i have never seen it on a CLS55. Even if you do have a low tire, your dash will still light up red saying you have a low tire without TPMS. Are you able to see the individual tire pressures? If not you dont have TPMS.

coolcamden

I think this statement is key. You're awesome. I did not see each tire's pressure.

Now I know, thanks

larryv

A friend of mine has a 06 CLS55 with the 030 pkg and his wheels had the TPMS.

BlackC230Coupe

Well, don't hold me to that. I don't remember what the real Mercedes TPMS is like. If its like other cars it shows each individual tire pressure. But maybe Mercedes is different? Just take off your tire and see if you have a sensor! LOL

coolcamden

Heck, I'm holding you to it
No, the owner's manual talks about imdividual monitoring, so I guess you're right. How am I talking off my tire? with a toothpick and bicycle patch kit?